The Wellness Center, located on the first floor of Wagner Terrace, and staffed by our Wellness Coordinator, an experienced R.N., provides screenings and medical referrals, nutrition and medication counseling, incontinence management, and regular visits by an audiologist and a podiatrist.

Across the hall from the Wellness Center is Noble's Fitness Center, recently outfitted with all brand new, equipment especially chosen for ease of use by older adults. The resistance on the new PACE machines is "accommodating resistance," which greatly reduces the chance of injury compared to moving weights or weight stack machines.

Cardio equipment includes treadmills with especially wide surface area for a great sense of comfort and safety. Recumbent bikes and upper body ergometers work the anterior and posterior muscles of the thigh, which is essential to free and easy movement. Staffed by a personal trainer, who is also an R.N., the Fitness Center is open at no charge to all Noble residents, former short-term or outpatient rehabilitation patients, and those who have completed an application and are on Noble's waiting list.

Integral to Noble's goal of seeing that all Noble residents remain physically and mentally fit are the six full-time recreation directors who plan a variety of activities and events that take place seven days a week. Activities are geared to the interests and abilities of our residents and range from current events discussion groups, daily stretching exercises, crafts, games, music, movies, a range of cultural, educational and entertainment programs and purely social events such as hot chocolate parties in winter, cocktail parties, holiday celebrations, picnics and cookouts, and monthly birthday parties. The recreation staff also schedules regular "out trips" in Noble's 20-passenger or 12-passenger buses, which include shopping trips, lunch out at one of the area's many restaurants, visits to points of interest or scenic rides.

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"L" SPA at Noble Horizons is open to all our residents and employees as well as outside clients. Facials, regular and spa manicures, pedicures, the waxing process of hair removal, make up application and a variety of add on services are offered in an atmosphere of total relaxation. At "L" SPA the products used are mild and hydrating, which is important for healthier looking skin. Gentle facial massage stimulates circulation increases blood flow and gives a natural rosy glow to the skin. Along with our spa manicure or pedicure, massage attention helps stimulate circulation to the hands and feet. A quick make-up application is always uplifting.

Clients are encouraged to visit "L" SPA and experience what we have to offer. "L" SPA's regular hours will be 8:30 to 4:30 on Sunday, Monday and Tuesdays with evening and additional hours available by appointment. For Noble residents unable to come to the SPA, cottage or room visits may be arranged.

Lynn Martorell is a certified esthetician, a graduate of Brio Academy of Cosmetology's Esthetics and Advanced Make Up Technology program.

Massage Services are also available at "L" Spa. Iris Hermann is a licensed massage therapist and AMTA member. She comes to Noble by appointment. Contact her to arrange for a time that is good for you at 860-671-1891 or iris.bedelia@gmail.com

Built in 1983 and completely refurbished in 2003, St. Luke's Chapel is a serene haven and well suited to serving the spiritual needs of the Noble community. The non-denominational chapel is the setting of weekly Protestant and Catholic services, Jewish holiday services, frequent hymn sings and a variety of musical performances.

This large multi-purpose room in Wagner Terrace is home to the Taconic Learning Center, which offers an ongoing series of college-level classes on a variety of topics, all geared to the interests of older adults. The learning center is also the venue for regular exhibits of paintings and photographs by area artists, with opening receptions where residents and community members enjoy socializing.

Operated by the Noble Horizons Auxiliary, the Country Store is a stylish boutique that is a favorite stop for residents, staff and the larger community. It is stocked with a wide selection of costume jewelry and accessories, home decorating items, cards, snacks and sundries.

Situated conveniently on the ground floor of the Cobble, Noble's library holds a large collection of books and periodicals, augmented by books on loan from Salisbury's Scoville Memorial Library. The library boasts an extensive selection of large-print books, a large reference section and even books that appeal to visiting grandchildren. Two computers, connected to the Internet, a photocopier, a shredder, and a Vision Tech magnifier are all reserved exclusively for resident use.

Noble's most capacious gathering space is the Community Room, the scene of holiday parties, lectures and performances, and the annual Festival of Trees, a display of Christmas trees and other decorations that draws thousands to Noble every year.

The Clubhouse, located at the far end of the Community Room, is a cozy retreat any time of year. Equipped with a gas-fired fireplace, a handsome bar and a wide-screen TV and furnished with round tables and club chairs, the Clubhouse is a popular spot for weekly socials and small get-togethers. The Clubhouse can also be reserved for small catered parties.

Pets are important members of the Noble family and add greatly to our residents' happiness. Current resident pets include dogs, cats, birds and an aviary housing finches. Specially trained canine visitors from local foundations such as Delta Dogs and the Good Dog Foundation make frequent visits.

Noble's in-house television broadcast system helps all of our residents stay current on everything happening at Noble on their own TVs. They can tune in to channel 13 to check the daily roster of activities and daily menus or to watch movies and cultural, educational, and religious programs taking place at Noble. This is especially helpful to those residents unable to attend these events in maintaining a sense of connection to life at Noble.